Tammy Meckley, Associate Director, Immigration Records and Identity Services Directorate for USCIS | https://www.dhswatchlist.com/
Tammy Meckley, Associate Director, Immigration Records and Identity Services Directorate for USCIS | https://www.dhswatchlist.com/
Employers are classified under industries based on their reported operations and may be involved in multiple industries.
The H-1B visa program allows U.S. employers to temporarily hire foreign workers in specialty occupations requiring specialized knowledge and at least a bachelor’s degree or equivalent. It is designed to address skill gaps in the U.S. workforce while ensuring wage standards to protect both U.S. and H-1B workers. Employers must certify that they will pay H-1B workers wages equal to or greater than those of similarly qualified U.S. employees or the prevailing local wage.
The average approval rate for H-1B petitions across the United States in 2024 stood at 98%, slightly higher than 2023's 97.3%. Locally, employers across all industries located within the North Indy News publication area submitted 306 petitions during the same period, achieving an approval rate of 96.4%.
The Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services industry led the H-1B filings in the North Indy News publication area during 2024, with 137 petitions (44.8% of all submissions), and an approval rate of 97.8%. Meanwhile, the Manufacturing industry was the second largest contributor, filing 62 petitions (20.3% of the total), with an approval rate of 100%.
Among local employers with petitions categorized under the Wholesale Trade sector during 2024, Openlane, Inc. stood out with four petitions and an approval rate of 100%, followed by Adesa, Inc. with three petitions and an approval rate of 100%.
Compared to 2023, the Wholesale Trade sector in the North Indy News publication area saw an 80% increase in the number of H-1B petitions during 2024.
The United States admits around 1 million legal immigrants annually, most of whom receive permanent residence (green cards) through family sponsorship or employment-based visas. In 2023, about 1.2 million immigrants were granted green cards, a return to pre-pandemic levels. Temporary visa programs, such as the H-1B for highly skilled workers and H-2A for seasonal agricultural workers, also play a critical role in filling workforce needs.
Public opinion on immigration varies, with 46% of Americans favoring maintaining current legal immigration levels, according to a 2024 Pew Research Center survey. Additionally, 42% believe that highly skilled workers, such as scientists, doctors, and programmers, should be prioritized for legal immigration, compared to 25% who prioritize workers filling labor shortages and 19% who emphasize family sponsorship. Despite this, family sponsorship remains the most common path to permanent residency, accounting for 63% of green cards issued in 2023.
The data in this article comes from the H-1B Employer Data Hub provided by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS). While USCIS strives for accuracy, manual data entry and errors on paper forms submitted by applicants or petitioners may result in discrepancies in employer names, tax IDs, locations, or other details.
| Rank | Industry | Total Petitions | % of All Submissions | % Approved | % Denied |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services | 137 | 44.8% | 97.8% | 2.2% |
| 2 | Manufacturing | 62 | 20.3% | 100% | 0% |
| 3 | Finance and Insurance | 39 | 12.7% | 100% | 0% |
| 4 | Information | 17 | 5.6% | 100% | 0% |
| 5 | Health Care and Social Assistance | 10 | 3.3% | 100% | 0% |
| 6 | Wholesale Trade | 9 | 2.9% | 88.9% | 11.1% |
| 7 | Utilities | 8 | 2.6% | 100% | 0% |
| 8 | Educational Services | 6 | 2% | 100% | 0% |
| 9 | Arts, Entertainment, and Recreation | 3 | 1% | 100% | 0% |
| 10 | Other Services (except Public Administration) | 1 | 0.3% | 100% | 0% |
| 10 | Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation Services | 1 | 0.3% | 100% | 0% |
| 10 | Construction | 1 | 0.3% | 100% | 0% |
| 10 | Retail Trade | 1 | 0.3% | 100% | 0% |
| Company Name | Industries | Total Petitions | % Approved | % Denied |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Novos Solutions, LLC | Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services | 28 | 100% | 0% |
| Gyansys, Inc. | Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services | 27 | 100% | 0% |
| American Specialty Health Incorpor | Finance and Insurance | 16 | 100% | 0% |
| Borgwarner Noblesville, LLC | Manufacturing | 16 | 100% | 0% |
| Schlage Lock Company, LLC | Manufacturing | 13 | 100% | 0% |
| Bastian Solutions, LLC | Manufacturing | 10 | 100% | 0% |
| Telamon Corporation | Information | 9 | 100% | 0% |
| Agile Scientific Group | Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services | 8 | 12.5% | 87.5% |
| Bucher and Christian Consulting in | Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services | 8 | 100% | 0% |
| Community Health Network, Inc. | Health Care and Social Assistance | 7 | 100% | 0% |
| Midcontinent Independent System Op | Utilities | 6 | 100% | 0% |
| Group 1001 Resources, LLC | Finance and Insurance | 6 | 100% | 0% |
| Ardagh Glass, Inc. | Manufacturing | 5 | 100% | 0% |
| Federal Home Loan Bank of Indianap | Finance and Insurance | 5 | 100% | 0% |
| Tekdoyengroup, LLC | Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services | 5 | 100% | 0% |
| CNO Services, LLC | Finance and Insurance | 4 | 100% | 0% |
| Shrewsberry & Associates, LLC | Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services | 4 | 100% | 0% |
| Infominds, LLC | Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services | 4 | 50% | 50% |
| Wabash College | Educational Services | 4 | 100% | 0% |
| Sahasra Technologies Corporation D | Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services | 4 | 100% | 0% |
| American Structurepoint, Inc. | Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services | 4 | 100% | 0% |
| Openlane, Inc. | Wholesale Trade | 4 | 100% | 0% |
| Indiana Mills and Manufacturing in | Manufacturing | 3 | 100% | 0% |
| Tangoe, Inc. | Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services | 3 | 100% | 0% |
| Federal Home Loan Bank of Indianapolis | Finance and Insurance | 3 | 100% | 0% |
| It Transformers, Inc. | Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services | 3 | 100% | 0% |
| Rahal Letterman Lanigan, LLC | Arts, Entertainment, and Recreation | 3 | 100% | 0% |
| Exlservice Technology Solutions LL | Information | 3 | 100% | 0% |
| Zotec Partners, LLC | Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services | 3 | 100% | 0% |
| Envista, LLC | Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services | 3 | 66.7% | 33.3% |
| Bcforward Razor, LLC | Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services | 3 | 100% | 0% |
| Adesa, Inc. | Wholesale Trade | 3 | 100% | 0% |
| Butler Fairman & Seufert, Inc. | Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services | 3 | 100% | 0% |
| Rad Cube, LLC | Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services | 2 | 100% | 0% |
| R10 Networks, Inc. | Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services | 2 | 100% | 0% |
| Resolution Group, Inc. | Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services | 2 | 100% | 0% |
| Biomedit, LLC | Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services | 2 | 100% | 0% |
| Verista, Inc. | Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services | 2 | 100% | 0% |
| Metropolitan School District of WA | Educational Services | 2 | 100% | 0% |
| United Animal Health, Inc. | Manufacturing | 2 | 100% | 0% |
| Allegion Access Technologies, LLC | Manufacturing | 2 | 100% | 0% |
| Indiana Mills & Manufacturing D B a Immi, Inc. | Manufacturing | 2 | 100% | 0% |
| Theracare, Inc. | Health Care and Social Assistance | 2 | 100% | 0% |
| Catalina Business Solutions, Inc. | Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services | 2 | 100% | 0% |
| Formstack, LLC | Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services | 2 | 100% | 0% |
| Delta Faucet Company | Manufacturing | 2 | 100% | 0% |
| Exlservice Technology Solutions, LLC | Information, Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services | 2 | 100% | 0% |
| Exact Seal, Inc. | Manufacturing | 2 | 100% | 0% |
| Polymer Technology Systems D B, Inc. | Manufacturing | 1 | 100% | 0% |
| Plexus Ventures, LLC | Finance and Insurance | 1 | 100% | 0% |
| Pet Wellness Centers, PC | Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services | 1 | 100% | 0% |
| Performance Services, Inc. | Construction | 1 | 100% | 0% |
| Pridesoft, LLC | Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services | 1 | 100% | 0% |
| Weaver Popcorn Manufacturing, LLC | Wholesale Trade | 1 | 0% | 100% |
| Raybestos Powertrain, LLC | Manufacturing | 1 | 100% | 0% |
| Sahasra Technologies Corporation D B a Stlogics | Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services | 1 | 100% | 0% |
| Trident Systems, LLC | Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services | 1 | 100% | 0% |
| The Cellular Connection, LLC | Retail Trade | 1 | 100% | 0% |
| Studio M Architecture and Planning | Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services | 1 | 100% | 0% |
| T2 Systems, Inc. | Information | 1 | 100% | 0% |
| Taro Communications, LLC | Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services | 1 | 100% | 0% |
| Telecom, LLC | Information | 1 | 100% | 0% |
| Taro Engineering, LLC | Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services | 1 | 100% | 0% |
| Acerand Therapeutics USA Limited | Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services | 1 | 100% | 0% |
| Allied Solutions, LLC | Finance and Insurance | 1 | 100% | 0% |
| Blue and Company, LLC | Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services | 1 | 100% | 0% |
| Bluesky Technology Partners, Inc. | Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services | 1 | 100% | 0% |
| Bucher and Christian Consulting D B a Bcforward, Inc. | Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services | 1 | 100% | 0% |
| Butler Fairman & Seufert | Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services | 1 | 100% | 0% |
| Butterfield Foods, LLC | Manufacturing | 1 | 100% | 0% |
| Carsarrive Network, Inc. | Wholesale Trade | 1 | 100% | 0% |
| Center for Implant Dentistry and P | Health Care and Social Assistance | 1 | 100% | 0% |
| Crotty & Smyth | Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services | 1 | 100% | 0% |
| DMC Insurance, Inc. | Finance and Insurance | 1 | 100% | 0% |
| Esense, Inc. | Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services | 1 | 100% | 0% |
| Gada MC Bakery Services, Inc. | Manufacturing | 1 | 100% | 0% |
| Genezen MA, Inc. | Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services | 1 | 100% | 0% |
| Go Company USA, Inc. | Information | 1 | 100% | 0% |
| Gradex, Inc. | 1 | 100% | 0% | |
| Indiana Farmers Mutual Insurance Company | Finance and Insurance | 1 | 100% | 0% |
| Indiana Municpal Power Agency | Utilities | 1 | 100% | 0% |
| Indigo Bioautomation, Inc. | Information | 1 | 100% | 0% |
| Insurance Capital Group, LLC | Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services | 1 | 100% | 0% |
| International Medical Group, Inc. | Finance and Insurance | 1 | 100% | 0% |
| JMRT Solutions, LLC | Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services | 1 | 100% | 0% |
| JPS Consulting Engineers, LLC | Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services | 1 | 100% | 0% |
| Lambda CHI Alpha Fraternity, Inc. | Other Services (except Public Administration) | 1 | 100% | 0% |
| Location Services, LLC | Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation Services | 1 | 100% | 0% |
| Metal Powder Products, LLC | Manufacturing | 1 | 100% | 0% |
| Midcontinent Independent System Operator D B a Miso, Inc. | Utilities | 1 | 100% | 0% |
| Miebach Consulting, Inc. | 1 | 100% | 0% | |
| Nexgencam, LLC | Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services | 1 | 100% | 0% |
| Nico Corporation | Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services | 1 | 100% | 0% |
| NSK Veterinary Services, LLC | Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services | 1 | 100% | 0% |
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